Ralph Rutherford

Mr. Thomas Ralph Rutherford, 86, of Lavonia, formerly of Atlanta, passed away Saturday, December 16, 2017 at Hart Care Center following an extended illness. The funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 18, 2017 at the Lavonia Chapel of Strickland Funeral Home with Rev. John Dallas officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home for one hour before the service. The graveside service with military honors will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Prospect Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Mooresville, NC with Rev. Fred Coates officiating. Strickland Funeral Home – Lavonia Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. On-line condolences may be sent to the family at www.stricklandfh.com.